Associate Program Chair - Psychology
Post University · Waterbury, CT · 5 days ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
Job Summary
The Associate Program Chair (APC) for Psychology is a full-time position integral to the University’s mission. The APC assists the Program Chair for Psychology (PC) in supporting academic excellence and student success through oversight of Psychology Associate Faculty, course quality, and teaching.
About the Role
- Ensure instructors meet university and program expectations, adhere to academic policies, and create an engaging environment that promotes student retention in association with the PC, the AF Team Leads, and the Assistant Dean/Dean.
- Provide student engagement and instructor performance reports to the PC and/or Assistant Dean/Dean, as needed.
- Review course evaluation surveys and other feedback for continuous improvement of instructor effectiveness.
- Collaborate with Academic Success Counselors (ASCs), advisors, and other departments accountable for student retention and success and help with issues of academic integrity as teachable opportunities.
- Absorb responsibilities as agreed upon by the Program Chair, Assistant Dean, and the Dean.
Responsibilities
- Manage instructors' performance and compliance with academic policies.
- Lead in areas agreed upon by the Program Chair, Assistant Dean, and the Dean.
- Teach 8 courses (24 credits) within an academic year, with the possibility of reducing the teaching load with PC and Dean/Assistant Dean approval.
Qualifications
- A Master’s degree in psychology or a closely-related discipline with at least five years of experience managing field-related programs and supervising staff.
- At least five years of experience teaching in the traditional higher education classroom and online.
- A student-focused and positive approach.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs.
- Experience with Blackboard or similar Learning Management Systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience developing undergraduate courses.
- Experience using assessments to improve teaching or course programs.